The topic of taking ownership and stepping into your role has come up on a number of recent client conference calls in relation to past & future keynote events… and it reminded me of this passage from my book, RISK FORWARD. * * * When a vision is not yet clear, and when we’re hesitant …
If you’re feeling the pressure to implement AI into your business (or to implement any systems and tools for that matter), Satya Nadella, CEO of MIcrosoft, offers a valuable piece of advice. I included his words in a recent virtual keynote which I crafted and delivered for a few hundred business leaders in the …
Discernment as a Leader: How vs. What In the Age of AI Read More »
Back in my teens, on a family trip to Florence, my father took me to the Uffizi Gallery. He loved art and he loved Italy, and he was excited to share as much as he could with me that afternoon. The Uffizi is a huge museum, and we raced through the halls, with my father …
Last month, I delivered a keynote from a beautiful virtual venue. Festive 30-second reel from tech check the day before I presented is here. Below, I’ve outlined 3 tips for virtual presentations which apply even if you’re delivering from your office or home. 1. Practice in the space Arrange for advance tech rehearsal time …
When it comes to crafting your message, it’s tempting to lean heavily into AI, the new shiny tool that is here to stay. No doubt, AI offers tremendous opportunities, but with these come significant pitfalls which a few recent Rock The Room® clients have fallen into, and which I recognize are important now to address. …
If you want people to show up at their best, this part of the equation is essential. Whether it’s with your team members, vendors, consultants, or outside experts, never underestimate the significant effects of a few small actions. This 1-minute video shows, too, that it doesn’t even take a lot of time, or even …
Is your communication style that of a Sharpie or Pencil? Which is better? Hint: it all depends on the circumstance and topic. A few years ago, I came up with this Sharpie/Pencil analogy, and it has been resonating with leadership audiences around the world. This 1-minute video provides more insight. Risk Forward & Lead …
Are you a Sharpie or Pencil in your Leadership Style? Read More »
From George Lucas: “By embracing the future and being unafraid of the unknown, I was able to tell the kind of stories I wanted to tell.” Last weekend, I was in San Francisco to watch an interview of my husband, Frank Oz, about his directing career. Bear with me while I share some facts below, …
Walt Disney, George Lucas, & You – Embracing the Unknown Read More »
Last month, I delivered a keynote for a leadership conference and spoke about The Art of Showing Up. Our lives, like movies and plays, are comprised of scenes; and regardless of your role, how you show up on the stage of your life on any given day, in any given setting, makes a difference— to …
Would you stand on stage at a business conference in front of 3,000 people wearing a white oversized David-Byrne-style-Talking Heads-suit? Maybe. Maybe not. Should you include a revealing personal story? A comedic bit on AI? A series of financial data points? It all depends on the WWWWW. Whether you’re an executive speaking to your …
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